About Us

History

The Asia eHealth Information Network has its root as early as 2007 when the International Development Research Centre (IDRC), a Canadian federal Crown corporation formed the PAN Asian Collaboration for Evidence-based eHealth Adoption and Application (PANACeA). PANACeA brought together 16 researchers from 10 Asian countries to learn about eHealth and eHealth research, and join hands to implement 8 multi-national research projects. This network supported multi-country research projects with mentorship from eHealth experts who provided leadership in the form of the Advisory and Monitoring Team (AMT). The projects ranged from evaluating effectiveness of using technologies for management of health information in hospital and community settings (Health Informatics and mHealth), to providing patient care at a distance (Telehealth).

By 2010 PANACeA members were able to witness an interoperability demonstration in Cape Town, South Africa funded by IDRC and Rockefeller Foundation. Future members of AeHIN saw for the first time how to establish an interoperability framework, based on the Canadian experience accessible to developing countries.

Purpose

The Asia eHealth Information Network (AeHIN) promotes better use of information communication technology (ICT) to achieve better health through peer-to-peer assistance and knowledge sharing and learning through a regional approach for greater country-level impacts across South and Southeast Asia.

Aim

AeHIN maintains that better health can be achieved by strengthening evidence-based policies and health systems through better quality and timely health information systems (HIS) and civil registration and vital statistics (CRVS). AeHIN further asserts the role of ICT for health (eHealth) as an enabler to improve the flow of information, through electronic means, to support the delivery of quality and equitable healthcare services and management of health systems. To achieve this AeHIN works in four strategic areas to:

Build capacity for eHealth, Health Information Systems (HIS), and Civil Registration and Vital Statistics (CRVS) in the countries and in the region.

Value statement

In order to achieve wellness, safety, a better quality of life and better equity in health among populations, we recognize the importance of trust, confidentiality, mutual respect, and community-building. By employing proven (evidence-based) methods in promoting learning and innovation we will achieve efficiency and effectiveness in health services provision and education that will result in better quality of life.

Build capacity for eHealth, Health Information Systems (HIS), and Civil Registration and Vital Statistics (CRVS) in the countries and in the region.

Membership

AeHIN aims to expand country level-impact through intra-country and cross-country sharing and collaboration. The Network encourages membership among eHealth-related practitioners and organizations (government agencies, private and civil society organizations, development agencies) in the fields of health statistics, epidemiology, health/biomedical informatics, knowledge management, civil registration, health sector ICT project management, organisational development, and related disciplines to be part of AeHIN.

Membership of AeHIN is open and free of charge. Prospective members (individuals or organizations) should accomplish the template provided in the AeHIN website. Confirmation of membership will be done via email. All countries in the South and Southeast Asia Region are encouraged to be part of the network.

Downloads

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